Howler Dining Guide September/October 2019

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W Costa Rica – Reserva Conchal Featured Restaurant-Cocina de Mercado Open to the Public

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Meet Your Friends at Cocina de Mercado

by Rachel Cherry White

Do not even think about skipping dessert.

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ust walking into the W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal is a feast for the senses. First, you hear the curated music playing in the background. The ocean breeze teases your skin while the haute decor and dazzling Pacific vistas draw your eye. A deep breath consumes the aroma of salty air. But then you detect another scent … savory smells coming from an open kitchen.

The best thing to do when you discover something as amazing as this? Share it with a friend.

The concept at Cocina de Mercado is simple: provide market-fresh, delicious local and international foods in a casual but upscale environment with spectacular staff.

It’s an indoor/outdoor restaurant at the W Costa Rica - Reserva Conchal, open to the public for breakfast, lunch and dinner. A large, open kitchen lets you watch your food being prepared.

Come together or meet up

It’s the perfect place to bring a companion or meet up with your squad.

First decide whether you’ll be enjoying the sunshine outside, or if you’d like to cool off inside with some air conditioning. The views are outstanding either way — the walls are glass, giving indoor diners the same gorgeous panoramas as those lounging in the fresh air.

For breakfast after morning yoga? First,

coffee. Enjoy a latte, then grab some fresh juice at the juice bar. Meander over to the griddle station for pancakes your way.

Warning: if you choose the buffet you won’t be able to eat again until dinner.

For a lunch meeting to talk over proposals, expect fresh, local flavors. Share some ceviche, then opt for a wood-fired pizza, salad, or flavorful chicken breast.

For date night, start with a drink, something with passion fruit perhaps. The grilled octopus is the perfect appetizer, followed by the lamb shank or more seafood.

Do not even think about skipping dessert; the pastry chef is world-class. Consult the menu, since it changes, but each selection is beyond compare (my mouth waters thinking of the delicacies I’ve tried).

League of its own

There are many things that set Cocina de Mercado apart. The chefs are recruited from all over the world for their ambitious and exquisite cooking. The atmosphere is second to none with ocean views and comfortable elegance. And don’t be surprised if your waiter remembers you on your return visit, and offers you your favorite from the last time you were there. The staff is outstanding and always exceeds expectations, for you and all your amigos.

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Cocina de Mercado: Market-inspired restaurant W Costa Rica- Reserva Conchal

With an open kitchen allowing guests to interact with the chef, this market-inspired restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner. It’s a casual place to mix and mingle, with both an air-conditioned indoor space and outdoor seating. Breakfast is international with a local flair, featuring café chorreado, a juice bar, pancake stations and more. Lunch and dinner items include salads, brick-oven pizzas and other comfort foods.

Hours Breakfast: Mon-Fri, 6:30-10:30am

Sat, Sun 6:30-11am Lunch: Noon-3pm Dinner: 6-10pm

Juice Bar

Seafood Cazuela

Special Event - W Brunch When: First Sunday of each month 1-4pm

Grilled Salmon Salad

Gnocchi Sorrentina

Buddha Bowl

Prime Rib Eye

MENU SELECTIONS Energy Booster, Body Cleanser, Liver Longer, Power Smoothie, Workout Shake

Prawns, squid, octopus, yellow chilli tomato sauce, rice and corn, broth

Spinach, basil, egg, crutons, yogurt dressing

Tomato, basil, mozzarella

Salmon, soba pasta, syracha, oyster sauce, peanuts and chives

Sides: sweet potato, hand cut fries, mashed potatoes, green salad, creamy semilla potato

ZO NA A ZUL B E AC H C LU B

W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal Hours Dinner: 6-10pm Specialty: “Mixology Dining Experience” - includes 4 signature cocktails paired with 4 L10N dishes

Latitud 10° Norte: Boutique bistro

Explore a labyrinth of exotic flavors in this boutique bistro, serving sophisticated fare.

Must-try: Braised short ribs or shrimp angu

W Costa Rica Reserva Conchal Hours Lunch: Noon-6pm Dinner: 6-10pm Special Events Detox Retox Repeat What: A bottomless brunch at the beach club When: Sundays, noon - 5pm

Zona Azul: Beach Club

An adult playground, come and enjoy the club. Serving up big portions and even bigger flavor.

Must try: Smoky margarita and fire grilled seafood

WHATEVER /WHENEVER® Reservations for every restaurant (or anything else you need at the W) are available at Whatever/Whenever.

Call: 2654-3600

WhatsApp: 8489-7458

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DINING GUIDE

JACÓ Jacó downtown, Calle Bohio

Trident Poseidon Restaurant: International Cuisine

Hours Daily, 7am-10pm Happy Hour 4pm-7pm Phone: 2643-1642

Strategically located in downtown Jacó, Poseidon restaurant at Trident Hotel offers a variety of signature plates of international cuisine, as well as all-day specials and vegan options, all cooked with love. Additionally, we offer our hotel services plus our sports bar menu at the famous third-floor Sky Lounge.

Daily Specials Mon: Cheese burger and fries Tue: Beef, chicken or fish casado Wed: Fish burrito and salad Thu: Beef onion cheddar sub Fri: Fish and chips Sat: Asian chicken stir fry Sun: Eggs benedict and mimosa

MENU SELECTIONS Smoked Salmon Dip

Baby Back Ribs

Ribeye USDA choice

Flat Iron Steak

Mahi-Mahi

Babaganoush Tahini eggplant spread with red bell peppers

Fish Ceviche

Mystic Middle East Lentil Stew

Tuna Poke

JACÓ & TAMARINDO

JACÓ

Vegan Putanesca Pasta

Jacó downtown -across form Wishbone Restaurant TAMARINDO - Plaza Tamarindo #4, next to Mr. Toms Hours Daily, 7am-7pm @costajuice506 Find Us in TripAdvisor

Costa Juice: Healthy Food

Smoothie and juice bar with delicious smoothie bowls, specializing in superfoods. Pairing with Avocado Toast, sandwiches and Costa Rican coffee.

Specialties Homemade ingredients such as peanut butter, almond milk, granola and vegan bread Fresh, healthy and delicious

MENU SELECTIONS Costa Bowl

Powerful and tropical. Delight yourself with a dose of Blue Majik which It is known to contributes to the proper functioning of immune system and improves muscle recovery

Avocado Toast

Two slices of fresh bread baked at home and delicious toppings

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Jacó - 500m south of BCR Bank, next to Hotel Tangeri Hours Mon, Wed, Thu, Fri 5:30pm-10:30pm Sat, 11am-11pm Sun, 11am-10pm Closed Tuesdays Phone: 2643-3001

Amara

Mediterranean Cuisine We are a Mediterranean restaurant in the heart of Jaco.

We have A/C on our first floor and an open terrace for private events. We offer local, fresh and top quality ingredients in the preparation of our dishes.

Children's menu, imported wines and friendly staff.

MENU SELECTIONS

Octopus with Hummus Parsely, capers and olive oil

Beef Turkish Gyro Feta cheese and cherry tomatoes

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JACÓ Jacó downtown, 200m south of bridge Hours Tue-Sun, 9am-1am Phone: 2643-4425 Proudly serving

Green Room:

Artisan Food & Drink Freshly prepared locally sourced ingredients serving relaxed brunch, dinner, and cocktails in an urban oasis ... focusing on Costa Rican artisan craft beer.

Specialties Live DJs Tue and Wed Live Music: Thu, Fri and Sat

Pollo Fortuneño: La Fortuna - Arenal: Two locations both on main road. One downtown, the other not far away Hours Daily, 8am-5pm

Proudly serving

MENU SELECTIONS c7500

Fresh tuna, ginger-wasabi aioli, fresh guacamole, pinapple, coleslaw

1/2 Rack Green Room Ribs

Traditional Costa Rican dishes featuring woodfire chicken, beef and ribs. A true pura vida delight.

Specialties Craft beer and live music

Phone: 2479-7475

MENU SELECTIONS Tuna Burger

Wood-Fired Rotisserie

c12,500

Spicy passion fruit BBQ sauce, served with corn on the cob topped with cilantro cream and queso fresco and hand cut fries.

Chicken, Beef or Vegetarian Casado

c4000

Taco Tico

c3000

Traditional dish served with rice, boiled egg, beans, patacon and salad

Corn tortilla stuffed with chicken served with fries and cabbage

LIBERIANA — GOLDEN

KÖLSCH — 4.5% ABV Beer with a light golden color, a very soft and subtle maltiness, with an addition of noble German hops.

SABANERO — SAISON

SAISON — 5.0% ABV Golden in color, with a spicy aroma, fresh and fruity herbal flavor, and a light dry body.

Fresh • Local Award-Winning Craft Beer

CHOROTEGA — IPA

AMERICAN INDIA PALE ALE — 6% ABV Refreshing and with a character as deep as the culture from which its name precedes.

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HUACAS

New York Pizzeria 200m west of the Brasilito/ Huacas crossroads, Huacas www.nypizzeriahuacas.com @nypizzeriahuacas

Delivery Available!

Hours Daily, 5pm-10:30pm Phone: 2653-6296 8729-5640

Pizzeria

New York Pizzeria is your go-to pizza spot in Guanacaste, for an authentic New York style pizza.

Dine-in or take-out available.

Enjoy!

Specialties Authentic New York style pizza Freshly made breadsticks

MENU SELECTIONS

Huacas: Main road, north side halfway between Super Compro and intersection to Brasilito Hours Daily, 6am - 9pm Phone: 2653-6273

Soda Guaymy

Typical Costa Rican Food If you want great quality typical Costa Rican food and an ice-cold beer, Soda Guaymy's delivers! And its as economical as it gets!

jimemurillo98@hotmail.com

MENU SELECTIONS

Meat Lover's Pizza

Casados

House Special Pizza

Rice with shrimp or chicken

Pepperoni, ham, salami, bacon, and ground beef

Pepperoni, ham, mushrooms, onions, and sweet peppers

HUACAS 3km south of Huacas, road to Tamarindo Hours Daily, 7am-9pm Breakfast 7am-10am

Fish, chicken and beef served with rice, beans and whatever is fresh A traditional favorite: Arroz con camerones o pollo

La Playita: Poolside Dining Located at the Seis Playas Hotel, La Playita Restaurant & Bar is open to hotel guests and the public and is known for its friendly and inviting environment. It is the ideal setting for sharing good food and drinks with family and friends, or a romantic dinner poolside while enjoying the convenient distance to our six local beaches.

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Phone: 2653-6818 info@seisplayashotel.com

Broken Yolk Sandwich

$12

Pasta

Specialties Food cooked to your taste! — con mucho gusto Friday Night Texas Barbecue

Breakfast Quesadilla

$12

Open Grill

BLT La Playita

$10

Fried egg, bacon or ham and cheese on toast, served with seasonal fruit Eggs, tomato, onion, sweet pepper and cheese, served with seasonal fruit Always a favorite for a light bite to eat: bacon, lettuce and tomato

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$14

Build your own pasta bowl, with a mixed salad

From $16

Pork tenderloin, chicken breast, ribeye, New York strip, beef tenderloin & catch of the day

Pineapple FlambĂŠ

$4

Our most popular dessert served hot with vanilla ice cream

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Hours Daily, 8am - 9:30pm Breakfast, 8-11am Lunch, 11am-5pm Dinner, 5-9pm Happy-Hour 4-6pm Sunday Brunch 8am-2pm Phone: 2653-0480 ripjackinn.com

Pots & Bowls:

Tree Top Dining

A diverse menu that includes fresh local seafood as well as tasty treats from the land, crisp salads, veggie bowls, local dishes and options for kids!

Specialties Smoothie bar, fresh and frozen cocktails, bocas menu, vegetarian menu available, gluten-free options, full service for retreats and weddings.

Main road to Playa Grande Hours Daily, 8am - 5pm Phone: 4701-2394 potsandbowls@gmail.com

MENU SELECTIONS

Served with a yogurt cilantro lime sauce, mixed veggies and grilled polenta

Greek Chicken

Grilled chicken breast with a creamy caper sauce served with roasted Mediterranean vegetables & cauliflower rice

MATAPALO

Hours Wed-Mon, 11am-midnight Tue, 4-midnight Phone: 8567-2493

Fresh, healthy and fun. Focus on homemade ingredients. Different dietary options: gluten-free, lactose-free vegan.

Specialties Coffee, plants and pots Costa Rican boutique Workshops

MENU SELECTIONS

Grilled Mahi

Matapalo: Main square on the way to Playa Grande

Coffee Shop and Plants

Salón Victoria:

Costa Rican Cuisine

Lively locals' bar and restaurant.

Come and enjoy great food and good times.

Specialties Great cocktails Amazingly delicious menu options with locals’ pricing

MENU SELECTIONS

Acai – Banana and OJ

Blackberries, chia, homemade granola & banana

$9

Tuna Poke $14 Sushi rice, avocado, edamame, wakame, mango

8 min. drive from Tamarindo, 2km south Villarreal Hours By reservation Phone: 8869-9765 Specialties Zipline and BBQ buffet for only $85.

Black Stallion:

Rustic Outdoor BBQ

Dine with the stars of Guanacaste on a private ranch. Enjoy a delicious BBQ buffet with sides. Wine, beer and sangria included! Call for reservations.

Available for private parties and events.

MENU SELECTIONS

Whole Fried Red Snapper

c4000

Shrimp ceviche

c2500

Arroz con pollo

c1800

Mixed BBQ Buffet

$45

Seafood Buffet

$45

Baby back ribs, chorizo and chicken, sides included A delicious array of seafood and sides dishes

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VILLARREAL

PLAYA GRANDE

Rip Jack Inn

Playa Grande proper

PLAYA GRANDE

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PLAYA FLAMINGO

SOMEWHERE OMEWHERE BAR AR Margaritaville Beach Resort, Playa Flamingo Hours Daily from 4pm - 11pm Happy hour: 4:30-6:30 Phone: 2654-4444, ext. 3264 Specialties Nachos, tacos, burgers, salads and sandwiches

World Famous Margaritas!

5 o'Clock Somewhere Bar & Grill: Drinks and Casual Dining Best place on the Gold Coast to take in panoramic oceanfront views and multi-screen sports TV while enjoying hand-crafted cocktails and a delicious casual dining menu. You will want to return again and again for juicy cheeseburgers and mouthwatering tacos, not to mention the perfect margaritas and other specialty cocktails. Enjoy a beautiful sunset view during the daily Happy Hour 4:30 to 6:30 p.m. Wednesday through Saturday nights feature live entertainment with the best of the area's local bands and musical talent.

Live Music

Regularly Scheduled Check Schedule and updates at 5 o ´clock somewhere facebook page

@ 5oCSBG

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A perfect blend of Costa Rican and international cuisine that includes freshly caught local fish and grass-fed beef. Enjoy the oceanfront sea breeze on the outdoor patio or dine inside in air-conditioned comfort.

An Italian bistro with a tropical view.

Choose from a selection of pizzas, pastas and paninis, or build your own dish with a variety of fresh, delicious ingredients.

Hours Daily 6:30am to 9:30pm breakfast, lunch, dinner

Hours Daily 5pm to 11:30pm Pizza only from 9:30pm

Phone: 2654-4444 ext. 3269

Phone: 2654-4444 ext. 3268

Specialties Fresh fish, grass-fed beef, international buffets, kids menu

Specialties Specialty artisanal pizza oven; design your own pizzas and pastas

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Hours Daily, 5:30pm-10:30pm Closed Wednesday Phone: 8532-8613 Specialties Perfectly grilled ribeye, fish, pizza and, of course, pastas

Italian Restaurant True Italian cuisine. Pasta like you are in Roma! Fresh bruschetta served when you arrive. We've been told countless times, we have the best grilled ribeye in Costa Rica. Buon appetito!

Hours Breakfast, 8-11am Lunch and Dinner, 11am -10pm Kitchen closes 9pm

Phone: 6150-0994 @PotreroGrill

Steakhouse and Pizzeria

We are a family-oriented, quaint restaurant with friendly, personable staff and great food.

Specialties Amazing steaks, ribs, pizza

20 oz T-Bone

Cooked to you perfection and served with fresh sides

c6.500

Ribeye c7.500

Potrero, 800m north of Banco Nacional

Hours Fri-Wed, 5pm-11pm Closed Thursdays

Potrero Grill:

MENU SELECTIONS

MENU SELECTIONS House Lasagna

Potrero Behind Perla's and La Forketta

BBQ Baby Back Ribs Goat Cheese Stuffed Chicken

The Beach House: Beachfront Dining Renowned for its fresh seafood, this quaint restaurant and bar was transformed from a private residence. Come and enjoy incredible food with awesome sunsets and views of the Pacific Ocean.

MENU SELECTIONS

Phone: 2654-6203

Grilled Scallops

Shrimp Ceviche

Specialties Fresh seafood Epic sunset view Call for reservations

Catch of the Day

Bang Bang Shrimp

Seafood Platter

Grilled Lobster Tails

Now serving breakfast

Grilled in a bath of Cacique liquor, lime and garlic With tropical salsa, grilled vegetables & potatoes or rice Fresh mahi mahi, grilled jumbo shrimp, sautĂŠed calamari, with rice pilaf and grilled vegetables

Peruvian style marinated shrimp, red pepper and onion, tomato and cilantro with plantain chips Crispy, creamy, sweet, and spicy shrimp in cornmeal breading with tangy Thai chili sauce Two roasted lobster tails in wine-garlic butter sauce with grilled vegetables and rosemary potatoes

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SURFSIDE / POTRERO

PLAYA FLAMINGO

Flamingo - 100m south of road to Potrero

Vaca Loka:

SURFSIDE / POTRERO

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LAS CATALINAS

At Casa Chameleon, 4km north of the Potrero soccer field Hours Daily, 7am-10pm No children under 12 years Phone: 2103-1200 concierge@ casachameleonhotels.com Specialties Fresh fish, sunset cocktails, "boquitas" menu

Sentido Norte: Fine Dining Sentido Norte, a restaurant and bar at Casa Chameleon, proudly offers an adult fine-dining experience that celebrates the best of Costa Rican cuisine. Your drive through winding roads above the quaint beach town of Las Catalinas is rewarded by an unforgettable but affordable taste of luxury.

Just a few steps uphill from the bright and welcoming entrance, your table awaits in a gorgeous, open-air perch framed by a panoramic view of the Pacific. A design motif incorporating responsibly-sourced teak adds a sense of warmth and well-being to the romantically lit atmosphere. All food and drinks are inspired by the country’s bountiful abundance, combining uniquely local and native ingredients in the glass and on the plate.

MENU SELECTIONS Overnight Oats

$8

Casa Chameleon Burger $19

Guacamole and Salsa

$12

French Toast

$12

Ceviche $14

Moules Frities

$26

Knife & Fork Tortillas

$14

Grilled Chicken Wrap

$17

Grilled Skirt Steak

$32

Chicharrón or vegan huevos rancheros

With greens, avocado & tomato, spicy aioli

Vegan Omelettes

$14

Vegan Bowl

$19

Mushroom Lamb Risotto $33

With almond milk, yogurt, fruit, cashews, local honey or tapa dulce

With sweet plantains and coconut milk cream

With asparagus, mushrooms and caramelized onion

Angus burger with arugula, Swiss or goat cheese and aioli Fresh fish ceviche, leche de tigre, homemade "chilero"

Quinoa, mushroom and squash picadillo salad, spicy garbanzo beans

Hearts of palm ceviche, avocado & tomato Wok sautéed with garlic butter and chardonnay broth

Skirt steak, chimichurri sauce, salad, french fries

Slowly braised with porcini, portobello and crimini mushrooms

Prices shown include 13% tax and 10% service / Prices subject to change

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